No Symptoms to STAGE 4 CANCER! - Michael | Head and Neck Cancer | The Patient Story

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edited August 20 in Head and Neck Cancer #1

A friend has recently made me aware of this video knowing of my situation with H&N cancer and thought it would be of interest to me. Well, I think it is a very good video and the fellow speaks from experience and from the heart and is very detailed and open about his whole cancer process and recovery speaking about the emotional and physical burden we go through with this treatment, and the effects it has on family and friends. And he says above all don't go it alone, and avoid isolation you need the support of family, a group, friends, and anywhere you can get some support to strengthen you and share your burden and get you through this process. This was just posted on August 19, 2024. I will post the video and add some details below. And finally a shout out and thank you to my friend Carol for putting me wise to this, God Bless you, Carol.

No Symptoms to STAGE 4 CANCER! - Michael | Head and Neck Cancer | The Patient Story

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tT61Lk1m0Mk

Aug 19, 2024 #thepatientstory #patientstories #cancerprevention

Michael Whelan, a former TV executive and founder of The Golf Channel, shares his experience as a head and neck cancer survivor. Diagnosed with stage 4 squamous cell carcinoma, Michael’s journey began unexpectedly during a routine check for arthritis. Despite the shocking news, he underwent extensive treatments, including surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation.In this cancer vlog, Michael highlights the challenges of dealing with a severe diagnosis and the collateral damage caused by cancer treatments. He discusses the emotional and physical tolls, including the impact on his mental health.Thank you, Michael, for sharing your story to help others.

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Chapters:0:00 Meet Michael

2:18 I had ZERO symptoms of cancer

5:02 My cancer diagnosis

8:07 My chemotherapy for neck cancer

9:26 I didn't share it with my wife right away

10:45 Getting my tumor removed

13:49 Making friends during chemotherapy

15:25 Cancer really screws people up

18:46 My family has a history of cancer

21:17 Don't suffer by yourself

Wishing EveryoneThe Best

Take Care, God Bless

Russ

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